NATIONAL COUNCIL OF INTERIOR DESIGN QUALIFICATIONS
Definition of Interior Design
Interior design is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment. These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants and are aesthetically attractive. Designs are created in response to and coordinated with the building shell and acknowledge the physical location and social context of the project. Designs must adhere to code and regulatory requirements, and encourage the principles of environmental sustainability. The interior design process follows a systematic and coordinated methodology, including research, analysis and integration of knowledge into the creative process, whereby the needs and resources of the client are satisfied to produce an interior space that fulfills the project goals.
Hire a Qualified Interior Designer
Ensure you engage a highly trained, highly qualified professional for your interior design project: hire an NCIDQ Certified interior designer.
Using the best specialists can save time and money, plus reduce liability and apprehension. So seek out an interior designer with knowledge, experience and credentials similar to those you expect from an architect, engineer or any other building professional on your team.
NCIDQ Certified interior designers have distinguished themselves by demonstrating a specific set of core interior design competencies, supported by verified work experience and a college degree. They have proven their mastery of aesthetic considerations as well as of current standards established to protect public health, safety and welfare. They have earned the industry’s highest standard of proficiency in interior design principles by successfully passing the NCIDQ Examination.
